Motown Bands for Hire in Colchester

Discover 166 Motown bands available for hire in Colchester, England, United Kingdom, featuring 485 reviews from real clients and an average rating of 5 out of 5. These soul groups bring authentic Detroit sounds to your celebration, from Supremes classics to Marvin Gaye favorites. Acts start from around £150, with typical pricing around £900.

Of the 166 suppliers listed here, 5 are based within 30 miles of Colchester. The other 161 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Basildon and Clacton-on-Sea.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 485 reviews of Motown Bands
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A solo singer who performs all the Motown classics and songs from the 60's

Colchester

England

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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High-energy 6-piece party band with a versatile live set

Colchester

England

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Sophisticated roaming acoustic trio blending charm, classics & modern hits

Colchester

England

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Six-piece band male/female vocals classic soul, Motown, party function.

Clacton-on-Sea

England · 13 miles away

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Book from £1500 (GBP)

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Her Soul is a Disco, Soul & Motown Trio

Basildon

England · 29 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Colchester

Based more than 30 miles from Colchester, nearest first

soul motown and disco duo featuring stunning vocals and harmonies

Cambridge

England · 40 miles away

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Book from £350 (GBP)

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Function band playing a variety of styles from 60's classics to modern day hits

Hertford

England · 42 miles away

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Book from £1500 (GBP)

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Party Band Specialising in Soul & Motown

Hertford

England · 42 miles away

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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Excellent, Engaging Duo Singing Pop, Soul & Disco

Maidstone

England · 46 miles away

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Book from £550 (GBP)

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Sky High Duo provide party sets, acoustic sets and a Motown and Soul set.

Stevenage

England · 47 miles away

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Book from £375 (GBP)

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‘Let’s Get It On’ are a 5/6 piece Motown and Soul party band

Stevenage

England · 47 miles away

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Book from £1250 (GBP)

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5 piece to 10 piece Motown/Soul Band

Letchworth Garden City

England · 49 miles away

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Book from £2200 (GBP)

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8-piece party band with brass, big vocals and nonstop dance fillers!

Kent

England

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Book from £2500 (GBP)

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Award-winning luxury wedding band. London, Birmingham and Midlands. Est. 2018.

London

England · 51 miles away

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Book from £4000 (GBP)

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Minimum 3 - 4 piece band for weddings, birthdays, funerals, and corporate events

London

England · 51 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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Solo, duo or trio with a soulful singer, performing hits from the 80s & beyond

London

England · 51 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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Motown, Soul and Pop duo available to spread good vibes at your special event

London

England · 51 miles away

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Book from £520 (GBP)

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Stunning UK Based Event Entertainment

London

England · 51 miles away

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Book from £9460 (GBP)

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Hiring Motown bands in Colchester costs between £150 and £3,000+, with most professional acts averaging £900. Pricing reflects group size, performance length, equipment requirements and seasonal demand. Smaller acoustic soul groups offer excellent value, while full bands with horn sections provide premium entertainment experiences. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 143 enquiries for Motown Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.

Most requested for
Corporate events
20% of enquiries, the same as parties
Typical first reply
Within three hours
70% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
29% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
July to October
50% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 45 miles
For the 78% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Motown Bands available in Colchester

5/5 from 485 reviews
Photo of Miss Motown Miss Motown "Tracy is a very talented singer and a lovely person.Tracy will go out of her way to accommodate your occasion. We use Tracy two or three times a year. I would definitely recommend Tracy for events." Based in Colchester, England 10th June 2026 Karen Clarke - Private Booking Photo of Wully Bully Soul Band Wully Bully Soul Band "Went to a dog show in Weeley, Essex and Wully Bully were performing. Fantastic band, absolutely spot on with instruments and vocals. They played Cockney rebel and a few of the audience started dancing and didn't stop. Well impressed." Based in Clacton-on-Sea, England (13 miles from Colchester) Trevor Redburn - 17th September 2022 Festival Photo of Full Frequency Full Frequency "Robin and I would like to say a massive thank you to you all for the amazing performance you put on at our wedding in September! You were truly phenomenal and our guests had an absolute blast dancing along to the music (one of our guests told us she didn't leave the dancefloor all night!). The energy in the room was incredible; all thanks to your brilliant performance. You brought the exact type of vibe to our wedding, and we honestly couldn't have wished for a better band. Thank you so much for being part of our special day!" Based in Hertford, England (42 miles from Colchester) Ellis Stratton - Private Wedding Photo of ‘The Experience’ ‘The Experience’ "Jasmine and Doug had us all singing and dancing all night. I would thoroughly recommend them. I love how they cover all genres and were able to cater for a mix of ages. They are such lovely people and lots of fun! Thoroughly recommended.best wishes Graham" Based in Maidstone, England (46 miles from Colchester) Graham - Birthday party Photo of Sky High Duo Sky High Duo "You were really good, thank you for providing us with some great acoustic music. So good to see people up dancing. We’ve had some positive comments from our guests." Based in Stevenage, England (47 miles from Colchester) Jane - Hotel event Photo of Let’s Get It On - The Motown Experience Let’s Get It On - The Motown Experience "Saw this band in November and they filled the dance floor! Really fantastic evening had by all. I highly recommend them" Based in Stevenage, England (47 miles from Colchester) Emma Purvey - The Cannon - ticketed event

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for Motown bands ranges from £150 to £3,000+, with an average of £900. The biggest pricing factor is the number of musicians, as Motown bands range from small combos to large ensembles with horn sections and backing vocalists. Performance duration and the band's experience also influence the rate.

The Motown bands perform classic Motown, soul, funk and R&B hits from the 1960s and 1970s, covering artists such as Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye and Diana Ross. Many bands also include modern soul and funk tracks to create a well-rounded setlist.

Popular occasions for hiring Motown bands include weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, themed nights and gala dinners. Motown music has universal appeal and is one of the most reliable genres for filling a dance floor with guests of all ages.

The Motown bands on Gig Heaven range from compact trios and quartets to larger ensembles with horn sections, backing singers and full rhythm sections. A bigger line-up delivers the authentic Motown sound, while smaller groups suit tighter budgets and venues.

Most Motown bands are self-contained and bring their own PA system, instruments and amplification. For larger events or outdoor stages, additional equipment may be needed. For the best experience, confirm technical details with the band before booking.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

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